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Newcastle manager Howe to miss Brentford game after testing positive for COVID-19

November 10, 2021 Newcastle manger Eddie Howe poses with a shirt during the presentation Action Images via Reuters

Newcastle United manager Eddie Howe will miss his first game in charge of the club, a home clash against Brentford on Saturday, after testing positive for COVID-19, the Premier League club said in a statement on Friday.

Howe, who addressed reporters earlier on Friday, tested positive following a routine test and will now isolate in line with government guidelines.

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